CONTROL A1 II Control System
This section explains the basic functions of the
CONTROL A1 ll Control System. Certain components
have special functions, like "CD Synchro Dubbing" on
cassette decks, that require CONTROL A1 tI
connections. For detailed information regarding
specific operations, be sure to also refer to the
Operating Instructions supplied with your
component(s).
The CONTROL A1 II Control System was designed to
simplify the operation of audio systems composed of
separate Sony components. CONTROL A 1II connections
provide a path fbr tile transmission of control signals
which enable automatic operation and control %atures
usually associated with integrated systems.
Currently, CONTROL A1 I1 connections between a Sony
CD player, ainplifier (receiver), MD deck and cassette
deck provide automatic f\mction selection and
syn( hronized recording.
In the f\lmre the CONTROL AIIt connection will work as
a multifunction bus allowing you to control various
f\mctions fi_r each coinponent.
Notes
• The CONTROL A1 It Control System is designed to maintain
upward compatihility as the Control System is upgraded to
handle new functions. In this case, however, older components
will not he compatible with the new f\mctions.
• Do not operate a 2 way remote control trait when the
CONTROL A1 l[ jacks are connected via a PC interfhce kit to a
personal computer rtmning "MD Editor" or similar application.
Also, do not operate the connected component in a manner
contrary to the ffmctions of the application, as this may cause
the application to operate incorrecdy.
Connect monaural (2P) mini plug cords in series to the
CONTROL A1lI jacks on tile back of each component. You
can connect up to ten CONTROL A1II compatible
colnponents in any order. However, you can connect only
one of each type of component (i.e., 1 CD playen 1 MD
deck, 1tape deck and 1 receiver).
(You may be able to connect inore than one CD player or
MD deck, depending on the inodel. ReDr to tile operating
instructions supplied with tile respective coinponent for
details.)
Example
Amplifier CD MD Tape Other
(Receiver) player deck deck component
In tile CONTROL A1 ll control system, the control signals
flow both ways, so there is no distinction of IN and OUT
jacks. If a coinponent has more than one CONTROL A1 II
jack, you can use either one, or connect dif[brent
components to each jack.
Jacks and connection examples
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CONTROLA1I1 and CONTROLA1 compatibility
The CONTROL A1 control system has been updated to the
CONTROL A1I1 which is the standard system in the SONY
300 disc CD changer and other recent Sony components.
Components with CONTROL A1jacks are compatible with
components with CONTROL A 1I[, and can be connected to
each other'. Basically, the majority of the fnnctions available
with the CONTROL A1 control system will be available with
the CONTROL A1II control system.
However, when making connections between components
with CONTROL A1jacks and components with CONTROL
AIlI jacks, the numher of ffmctions that can be controlled
may be limited depending on the component. For"detailed
inf_ormation, refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with
the component(s).
On CONTROL A1 jacks and connections
It is possible to inake connections between CONTROL A1
and CONTROL A1 II jacks. For details regarding
particular connections or setup options, refer to the
Operating Instructions supplied with the coinponent(s).
About the connecting cord
Some CONTROL A1 compatible components are supplied
with a connecting cord as an accessory. In this case, use
the connecting cord fi_ryour connection.
When using a commercially available cord, use a
monaural (2P) inini plug cord less than 2 meters long,
with no resistance (like the Sony RK GG9HG).
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